Gulf Coast Events
Every major festival, tournament, and event on Alabama's Gulf Coast — with links to find the best places to stay nearby.
Plan your trip around something unforgettable
Alabama's Gulf Coast comes alive all year. Here's what's coming up — and where to stay nearby.
Hangout Music Festival
Gulf Shores, AL
Three days of headlining acts on the white sand beaches of Gulf Shores — the Southeast's biggest beach music festival.
National Shrimp Festival
Gulf Shores, AL
One of the Southeast's largest outdoor festivals — four days of fresh Gulf shrimp, live music, and arts on the beach.
Flora-Bama Mullet Toss
Orange Beach, AL
The legendary three-day party on the Florida-Alabama state line — live music, cold drinks, and the annual mullet toss into the Gulf.
Coastal Christmas
Orange Beach, AL
Orange Beach lights up for the holidays with festive events, lighted boat parades, and beachside holiday markets.
Baldwin County Strawberry Festival
Loxley, AL
A beloved local tradition featuring fresh strawberries, shortcake, live music, arts and crafts, an antique tractor show, and a full carnival at Loxley Municipal Park.